Encinitas, CA|News|
Cardiff Farmers Market To Host 'Kids Day' Saturday
"Kids Day" will feature a fun-filled lineup of family-friendly activities, including a visit from the Cardiff Fire Station.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
- San Diego, CA
Kristina Houck is a field editor for Patch Media, covering San Diego County. Prior to joining Patch, Kristina served as a staff reporter for San Diego Union-Tribune Community Press, a group of community newspapers including Del Mar Times, Solana Beach Sun, Carmel Valley News, Rancho Santa Fe Review and Encinitas Advocate.
With a background in journalism and public relations, Kristina has served on the board and chaired the communications committee of San Diego-based literacy nonprofit Words Alive. She earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and political science with minors in English and religious studies from San Diego State University.
Contact Kristina at Kristina.Houck@patch.com.
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San Diego|News|
Butterfly Jungle Is Back At San Diego Zoo Safari Park
The immersive habitat bursts to life with hundreds of butterflies each spring.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Catfish Opener Weekend Event Coming To Santee Lakes
Lakes 2, 3, 4 and 6 will be stocked with 3,000 pounds of channel catfish for the two-day Catfish Opener, according to event organizers.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
SDG&E Customers To Get Break On April Bill
Residential SDG&E customers will receive a $81.38 credit on their electric bill and $54.21 credit on their natural gas bill.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego County Property Tax Deadline Fast Approaching
San Diego property owners have until April 10 to pay the second installment of their property taxes before they are considered delinquent.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
18 Rescued From Disabled Boat Off San Diego Coast
U.S. Coast Guard and Navy crews rescued 18 people aboard a disabled and adrift vessel about 50 miles southwest of San Diego.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Carlsbad Educational Foundation Gala Returns To Support Local Students
The Gala to Benefit Students will feature a reception, dinner and drinks, live music and auctions at the Omni La Costa Resort and Spa.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
2 Killed In Single-Vehicle Crash On SR-94 In San Diego
The driver and passenger were pronounced dead at the scene.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
1 Killed, 2 Displaced In San Diego House Fire
The Metro Arson Strike Team was investigating the fire.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Toddler's Death Under Investigation In East County
Deputies responded to a call of a toddler not breathing over the weekend in Lakeside, authorities said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Patch Parents: Best Things To Do With Kids In April In California
Spring is in full swing in California! Here are some of the best things to do with kids in April.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Kohl's To Shutter 2 San Diego Area Stores Saturday
The closures are part of a series of cost-cutting moves by the company in a challenging economic climate for brick and mortar retailers.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
Kohl's To Shutter Encinitas Store Saturday
The closures are part of a series of cost-cutting moves by the company in a challenging economic climate for brick and mortar retailers.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Hundreds Of Seniors Go On Safari At San Diego Zoo Safari Park
More than 600 seniors took advantage of the final week of Museum Month, and went to the Escondido-based zoo and safari park for free.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
60 Eggs, Chicks Rescued + Stolen Bengal Cat Found: Saturday Smiles
Author releases new children's book; help name sloth bears; new bookstore romances readers; whales seen playing; and more nice SoCal news.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
State-Of-The-Art Animal Shelter Being Constructed In Santee
The 23,000-square-foot facility will include shelter space, a courtyard, an outdoor livestock area, activity yards and parking lots.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego County Author Releases Third Children's Book
Author, mom and former journalist Phyllis Schwartz celebrates friendship and cultural harmony in her latest children's book.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
Encinitas Author Releases Third Children's Book
Author, mom and former journalist Phyllis Schwartz celebrates friendship and cultural harmony in her latest children's book.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
$1B Food Aid Cut Hurts CA Schools, Farmers And Food Banks
The action comes as food banks are already struggling to meet unprecedented demand amid hunger rates that rose along with inflation.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
80 Arrested In Retail Theft Sting At San Diego Outlet Mall
CHP officials said 80 people were arrested for organized retail theft and related offenses.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
